DEA Number Verification Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Is John Doe, MD's DEA number (AD0865937) valid?

Yes, it is a valid DEA number.

Is Susan Johnson, MD's DEA number (BJ6125346) valid?

No, it is not a valid DEA number.

Is Sally Nicholson, DDS's DEA number (FN5623740) valid?

Yes, it is a valid DEA number.

Is Bill Smith, NP's DEA number (FS8524614) valid?

No, it is not a valid DEA number. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the first letter of a DEA number?

It identifies the type of prescriber. Signup and view all the answers

What should the second letter of a DEA number match up with?

The first letter of the last name of the prescriber. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DEA Number Verification

DEA numbers are unique identifiers assigned to licensed medical professionals for the prescription of controlled substances.
The structure of a DEA number consists of two letters followed by seven digits.

Valid DEA Number Examples

John Doe, MD (AD0865937): Valid number
- Calculation steps:
  - First, third, and fifth digits: 0 + 6 + 9 = 15
  - Second, fourth, and sixth digits multiplied by two: (8 + 5 + 3) x 2 = 32
  - Total sum: 15 + 32 = 47 (last digit matches)
Sally Nicholson, DDS (FN5623740): Valid number
- Calculation steps:
  - First, third, and fifth digits: 5 + 2 + 7 = 14
  - Second, fourth, and sixth digits multiplied by two: (6 + 3 + 4) x 2 = 26
  - Total sum: 14 + 26 = 40 (last digit matches)

Invalid DEA Number Examples

Susan Johnson, MD (BJ6125346): Invalid number
- Calculation steps:
  - First, third, and fifth digits: 6 + 2 + 3 = 11
  - Second, fourth, and sixth digits multiplied by two: (1 + 5 + 4) x 2 = 20
  - Total sum: 11 + 20 = 31 (last digit does not match)
Bill Smith, NP (FS8524614): Invalid number
- Calculation steps:
  - First, third, and fifth digits: 8 + 2 + 6 = 16
  - Second, fourth, and sixth digits multiplied by two: (5 + 4 + 1) x 2 = 20
  - Total sum: 16 + 20 = 36 (last digit does not match)

Key Letter Functions in DEA Numbers

The first letter of a DEA number denotes the type of prescriber (e.g., MD, DDS, NP).
The second letter must correspond to the first letter of the prescriber's last name.

Description

Test your knowledge and skills in verifying DEA numbers with these flashcards. Each card provides a DEA number and guides you through the steps to determine its validity. Enhance your understanding of drug registration in the medical field.